Create and set up a wallet
Your gateway to decentralized finance
In DeFi (Decentralized Finance), you are the true owner of your assets. Your crypto is stored in wallets that only you control. Before you begin, follow these essential safety practices:
✅ Never share your recovery phrase with anyone, under any circumstances.
✅ Never input your recovery phrase into any app or site except your official wallet.
✅ Be wary of fake websites, giveaways, and phishing attempts.
✅ Download wallets only from official sources.
✅ Follow the setup instructions carefully for your chosen wallet.
✅ Back up your recovery phrase securely and preferably offline.
MetaMask
MetaMask is a popular browser wallet that supports Ethereum and compatible chains like Base, Arbitrum, and Polygon. It also works with Ledger and Trezor hardware wallets.
Trust Wallet
Trust Wallet is a mobile-first wallet with built-in DApp support. It supports many networks out-of-the-box but has fewer advanced settings than MetaMask.
Ready?
Once your wallet is set up and secure, you’ll be ready to bridge funds to Base and start using Wave. Next step: How to buy WAVE